Are you considering pursuing higher education at SUMAS? This post provides a comprehensive overview of the courses offered, the university’s background, and essential admission requirements to help you make an informed decision.
The State University of Medical and Applied Sciences (SUMAS) is a specialized institution located in Igbo-Eno, Enugu State, Nigeria. It offers a range of programs for individuals passionate about medical sciences, engineering, or natural sciences.
The admission forms for the upcoming academic session will soon be released. Aspiring students need to make sure that their desired course is available. Also, you will want to double-check that you meet the admission requirements for your chosen program to give yourself the best chance of being admitted.
State University of Medical and Applied Sciences (SUMAS) Courses
These are the undergraduate courses available. Check the list thoroughly to confirm that your desired course is available.
| Faculty | Courses Offered |
|---|---|
| Faculty of Medical Sciences | Medicine & Surgery |
| Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences | Human Anatomy |
| Human Physiology | |
| Faculty of Allied Health Sciences | Nursing |
| Nutrition and Dietetics | |
| Medical Laboratory Sciences | |
| Radiography | |
| Physiotherapy | |
| Faculty of Pharmacy | Pharmacy |
| Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment | Biomedical Engineering |
| Chemical Engineering | |
| Mechanical Engineering | |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering | |
| Computer Engineering | |
| Civil Engineering | |
| Quantity Surveying | |
| Architecture | |
| Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences | Genetics and Biotechnology |
| Biochemistry | |
| Microbiology and Brewing | |
| Pure and Industrial Chemistry | |
| Computer Science | |
| Information and Communication Technology |
Have you seen a course you want to apply for? You must confirm if you are qualified for the course before applying for admission. Check the next section for full details.
SUMAS Admission Requirements 2024/2025
All aspiring students who wish to apply for admission to study at SUMA must meet the requirements listed here to qualify for admission:-
- You must have passed at least five subjects at credit level in WAEC, NECO, or their equivalent. These subjects should include English and Mathematics. For candidates applying for Medicine & Surgery, this must be done in one sitting.
- For all other programs, you may have two sittings to meet the O’Level requirements.
- You must have scored at least 160 in the UTME examination to be considered for admission (Check our post on SUMAS cut-off mark for the exact score you need to meet based on your courses.)
- All candidates are required to pass a screening examination. The date for the screening will be announced, so please stay updated on any official communications from the university.
- All candidates must upload their O’Level results (WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB) to their JAMB profile on JAMB CAPS (https://efacility.jamb.gov.ng). Failure to upload your results will result in your application being rejected, as you will not be considered for admission.
